Access commute a lifesaver for family

Access rider Russell Harris poses with one of his beaded gecko keychains.

Fontana resident Russell Allen Harris III relies onAccess ADA bus service to transport him to and from Rialto Adult Daycare during the week. His parents, Libby and Monroe Thompson, say that the service is a lifesaver for their family.

“It saves us from having to find a way to get him there and back every day,” says Monroe frankly. “The wheelchair makes it hard for us to do it alone. Even though he can walk, he sometimes has seizures and needs that chair to help him when he’s out. Access comes right to our door and it’s cheap. It’s very important to us.”

Monroe and Russell in the Omnitrans lobby

Thanks to the Access bus, Russell can enjoy the structured activities and outings offered by his daycare, such as shopping or going out to eat. Twice a week he goes bowling with his league, the Alley Cats. His favorite hobby is beading colorful gecko key chains which he wears proudly on his belt.

Russell likes his weekday commute and knows all his drivers by name. Their friendly curb-to-curb service ensures he gets to his destination safely, and it gives his family peace of mind to know their son is in good hands.